Project-Based Activities for grades 6 through 8 is designed to enable middle-school students to utilize research skills, build teamwork, enhance communication, encourage active listening, and promote critical thinking to solve real-life problems. Projects of various lengths include students creating graphic novels, school brochures, vermicomposting systems, virtual museums, and book trailers.
English Language Arts skills covered include:
-Creating unforgettable story characters
-Utilizing informational text
-Writing an argumentative essay
-Citing sources
-Using informative/explanatory writing
-Writing a book review
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